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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 128| April 25, 2025 - |
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Access City of Markham Council & Committee Meetings and view a list of Proclamations at markham.ca
York Regional Council:
Live streaming of the public session of Council and Committee of the Whole meetings is available on the day of the meeting from 9 a.m. until the close of the meeting. Past sessions are also available at york.ca/councilandcommittee
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Table of Contents:
2. City of Markham News
- Markham by-law Spring Newsletter 2025
- Markham’s Youth Science Exhibition
- Sustainability in our Heritage
- Traffic Signal at 16th Avenue and Lockridge Avenue/Nufield Gate
- Curbside Giveaway Day
- Markham Youth Week 2025
3. York Region News
- What is York Region?
- YRT Service Changes(April 27)
- York Region’s Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan
- Pothole Repairs
- York Regional Police (YRP) New
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction |
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Markham's Municipal Law Enforcement Officers provide complaint-based and proactive enforcement services for all the City's regulatory by-laws. This division is also responsible for the enforcement of parking by-laws and tree preservation by-laws. |
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- Public Meeting Notice -
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Next Development Services Public Meeting: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 @ 7:00 PM |
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Stop by Milliken Mills Library on April 26, from 10 AM to 2 PM to experience exhibits from Markham students and science projects from the York Region Science & Technology Fair 2025.
You can also register to have broken items fixed at the Repair Café. http://Markham.ca/EarthMonth |
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Markham Museum is offering a glimpse into the sustainability practices in our past with their Earth Day Tour: A focus on sustainability in heritage. Join us April 26 and 27 between noon and 3 PM for a 45-minute guided tour. Guests will have the opportunity to tour the Honey House and Maxwell Cabin to explore settler food, preservation methods, and the heritage orchard highlighting sustainable farming practices.
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York Region confirmed a traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of 16th Avenue and Lockridge Avenue/Nufield Gate as part of the Sixteenth Avenue Improvements project.
In addition to the traffic signal, the following enhancements will be made to enhance safety and accessibility of our roadways for all users:
* Concrete sidewalk ramps and tactile plates will be constructed to improve accessibility for all pedestrians, including those with visual impairments.
* Crossride pavement markings will be added in all directions to facilitate safer crossings for cyclists.
* Dedicated left-turn lanes for eastbound and westbound traffic will be implemented at the 16th Avenue and Lockridge Avenue intersection.
* A new 1.5-metre sidewalk will be built in the south boulevard and a 2.4-metre Multi-Use Path (MUP) in the north boulevard of 16th Avenue.
https://www.york.ca/newsroom/campaigns-projects/16th-avenue-improvements
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Curbside Giveaway Day is happening Saturday, April 26 – 7AM to 7PM Place your unwanted, gently used items at the curb to give them a second life. Reminders: - Clearly mark items “FREE” - Unclaimed items must be removed from the curb on the same day. http://markham.ca/CurbsideGiveawayDay
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Need energy upgrades for your home but worried about the cost? There are several provincial programs available to help cover the expenses. From insulation to energy–efficient appliances, a range of upgrades are available.
Find out more: http://markham.ca/HomeEnergyRetrofits |
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From May 1 to 7, we're rolling out the red carpet for our amazing youth and their incredible contributions to our communities! Free events and activities are planned for Youth Week 2025.
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Markham is committed to providing safe, reliable drinking water that’s yours to enjoy straight from the tap. Did you know? Our tap water is tested over 7,000 times per year!
To learn more, visit http://markham.ca/Water |
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Hearing Officer - Administrative Monetary Penalty System
- HR Analyst Summer Student
- Camp Specialist - Markham Museum
- Architectural Plans Examiner I (2 Positions)
- Executive Assistant to the Commissioner of Community Services
For more information & job position
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If you have any municipal inquiry or concern, you can send an email to our Contact Centre at customerservice@markham.ca or call 905.477.5530. |
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York Region is a two-tier government system. What is a two-tier government you ask? This short video will help you to understand the government system in Ontario and the role York Regional Council plays in creating safe, strong and caring communities for the people who choose to work and live in York Region.
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Please join us for a virtual public information meeting providing an update on York Region’s Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan on May 1. We are seeking public input through online engagement.
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Beginning Sunday, April 27, 2025, multiple service changes will be made to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions.
Visit http://yrt.ca/ServiceChanges to see if your route will be affected.
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Potholes form from temperatures and heavy traffic Good thing our crew is here to keep them under control!
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
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2. MISSING person: Peter ADNAMS, 82, male, 5'10, thin build, short dark/grey hair, wearing red jacket, navy blue pants and black shoes.
Last seen in the area of 16th Ave and Markham Rd at approx. 0930 hours driving a Grey Kia Rondo Lic plate BTAB514.
If located contact York Regional Police. |
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If you have any regional inquiry or concern, you can send an email to Access York at accessyork@york.ca or call 877.464.9675. |
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Pomona Mills Park Conservationists' annual Spring Litter Clean up
Date: Sunday, April 27th
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Location: Pomona Mills Park (East side of Henderson Ave and Forest Park Cres)
For More Info, please contact:
Valerie Burke
or visit:
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On April 25th, 26th and 27th, The Heintzman House 2025 Art Show and Sale invites you to discover and connect with more than 30 independent local artists, welcoming new artists as well as returning artists, showcasing a multitude of artistic styles.
Admission and parking are FREE.
Dates and Hours: Friday April 25, Noon - 4pm, Saturday and Sunday April 26 & 27 10am - 5pm. |
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Jane’s Walk is back in Markham! Join us May 3 & 4 for three inspiring, community-led walking tours through some of Markham’s most iconic neighbourhoods:
- Historic Mount Joy & Main Street Markham
- Thornhill Village
- Downtown Markham http://markham.ca/JanesWalk |
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If you want to share information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca |
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My office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca. |
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-Notice of Regional Road Construction- |
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Current Projects
16th Avenue, from Leslie Street to Kennedy Road
Road widening from four to six lanes
Construction starts: 2026
Construction ends: 2030
Highway 404 Road Crossing North of 16th Avenue
Construction of a new bridge to link Orlando Avenue with Markland Street
Construction starts: Summer 2023
Anticipated completion: Early 2026
Future Projects
Kennedy Road from North of Highway 407 to Highway 7
Road widening to accommodate Bus Rapid Transit facilities
Construction starts: 2026
McCowan Road from 14th Avenue to Highway 7
Road widening from four to six lanes, including Transit-HOV lanes
Construction starts: 2028
Ninth Line from Steeles Avenue to Fieldside Street
Road widening from two to four lanes
Construction starts: 2025
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For general inquiries, please contact York Region Transportation, Public Works, Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or Email: transportation@york.ca
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Regional Councillor Alan Ho
Chair, Culture & Economic Development Committee
City of Markham
Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Boulevard Markham, Ontario, L3R 9W3
Tel: (905)-948-5112 or (905)-479-7780 |
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